Avoid Risks While Reaping the Benefits Online buying and selling is easier than ever! When horse owners find a killer deal on a tack set, the perfect saddle, or even a water trough in good condition and the price is right, it’s a sure-fire way to get our hearts pumping. … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1 Horse 1: Age: 2; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/14/2025; Clinical Signs: ataxia (worse in front end), collapsing, leaning on wall, drooping ear; Confirmation Date: 9/18/2025; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated; Comments: The third (3rd) case of West Nile Virus in California in 2025 was … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: attending veterinarian Number Confirmed: 1Number Exposed: 8Facility Type: Private Facility Horse 1: Age: Yearling; Gender: Filly; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Usage: young stock; Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/15/2025; Clinical Signs: acute ataxia, hypermetric, hyperesthestic; Confirmation Date: 9/17/2025; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Undervaccinated See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1 Horse 1: Age: 8; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Arabian; Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/8/2025; Clinical Signs: muscle fasciculations (whole body), hypersensitive to touch; Confirmation Date: 9/16/2025; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Vaccinated; Comments: The second (2nd) case of West Nile Virus in California in 2025 was confirmed in Contra Costa County. On … Read More
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 8; Facility Type: Private Facility; Horse 1: Age: 2; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/15/2025; Clinical Signs: Hind end ataxia, rest WNL; Horse Status: Recovering; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated; See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 5; Number Euthanized: 1; Facility Type: Private Facility; Horse 1: Age: 2; Gender: Mare; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Usage: Barrel Racing; Onset of Clinical Signs: 9/10/2025; Clinical Signs: found down, not prior signs noted; Horse Status: Euthanized; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated; See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Confirmed Case(s) – No Quarantine Source: Utah Department of Agriculture and Food Number Confirmed: 1; Number Suspected: Unknown; Number Exposed: Unknown; See past published Outbreak Alerts: https://nwhorsesource.com/category/news/alerts
Cirque Ma’Ceo is coming to Eugene, OR! This unique spectacle showcases an awe-inspiring blend of stunning horses and masterful acrobats. At its heart lies the profound connection between humans and horses—where hoofbeats and heartbeats unite in perfect harmony. See event info here: https://horsesource.org/event/cirque-maceo-equestrian-show-6
The Hard Horse Who Taught Me to Use My Seat Recently, while judging a Working Equitation show, I watched a young woman ride a talented but spicy black gelding around a course of obstacles. The horse appeared happy, with ears pricked, a quiet tail, and a swinging back. He eagerly … Read More
Everyone knows that horses don’t thrive on their own—they flourish because of a devoted network of people who give them expert care, steady support, and daily attention. Behind every polished performance, healthy stride, or peaceful trail ride is a team of caretakers, including fellow equestrians, who make it all possible. … Read More
